We’ve all been told to brush our teeth since we were very young. It’s such a simple routine that anyone can do it properly with little or no instruction, right?
Have you ever thought about the fact that most people’s 32 adult teeth grow in by the time they’re ages 12 to 14?
When many people think of mouthwash, the first thing that comes to mind is probably a quick way to freshen their breath in the morning or after a meal.
Consistent and excellent dental care is important for every member of your family.
You take care of your teeth really well. You floss and brush at least twice a day. So why, you wonder, do my teeth lose their luminescence after my dentist has cleaned and polished them?
Bad breath. Nobody wants it or to smell someone else’s. But everyone has icky breath at one time or another. And it’s downright unfortunate that you can have it and not even realize it.
Should I use dental floss before I brush my teeth? Or, is it better to floss after I brush my teeth?
You’re preparing for your regular checkup and cleaning, and you find out the dentist will be recommending a fluoride treatment to be directly applied to your teeth.
At the office of Greenville Office on Cleveland Court, we recognize that a healthy smile is more than just an attractive asset; it is also essential to one's overall wellbeing.
You probably don’t give much thought to your saliva, but it performs many important jobs.
There’s much more to your teeth than the hard, pearly-white enamel crown that’s visible on the surface, the part that shows when you smile.
Salt has many uses. It adds flavor to food, removes stains from clothing and can help scrub rust from metal. But did you know that this mineral also has antibacterial and antiseptic properties?
Your smile is one of your most important assets; it communicates your joy and positivity, inspires confidence in those you meet and helps you make a great first impression.
When you need a job done well, you rely on a trained expert. The same applies to your oral health.
If you haven’t gone to a dentist for years because just the thought fills you with anxiety, you’re not alone.
Cosmetic dental technology has made leaps and bounds in the past 20 years.
One of TV and movie actors’ most noticeable attributes is their dazzling smiles.
Are you searching for a dentist who can provide excellent care for everyone in your household?
When meeting someone new, your teeth are an extension of your calling card. A big smile with beautiful, healthy looking uppers and lowers is always a welcome and positive sight.
Imagine a cob of corn with peanut butter between all of the kernels. Now visualize how much of the peanut butter would be able to be removed using just a toothbrush.
A person’s diagnosis of dementia is extremely upsetting for his (or her) family and friends. The caregiver(s) of someone with dementia knows this all too well.
Your mouth is a complicated ecosystem of components that work together to allow you to speak, chew, swallow and a host of other important functions.
Studies show that across the United States millions of people are living with partial or complete tooth loss.
When choosing to sign up for healthcare plans, many people consider only the medical aspects. They give little or no attention to dental care.
The comprehensive dental examination we provide for our patients at the offices of Woodruff Family Dentistry/Crowns Now goes far beyond simply checking their teeth and gums.
Dry mouth may be most commonly associated with feelings of anxiety, but it can also be a symptom of other health issues.
This muscular organ does more than help to churn up food. It’s also an important component in your complete oral health. Most people don’t associate tongues with medical maladies.
If you feel physical discomfort when you chew and/or if you hear strange clicking noises when you open and close your mouth, you may have a temporomandibular disorder (TMD).
Most people have the privilege of being able to drink and eat whatever they want and whenever they want.
You’ll know, and your dentist certainly will, when you have tooth decay. It is a real problem that can lead to serious complications if not attended to.
The pleasure we get from eating the foods we love can make us smile. But what about the effects those foods are having on our teeth and gums?
You’re getting ready to take the field or the ice for the big game, and it’s time to go through your equipment checklist. Uniform, helmet, shin guards, knee pads, gloves.
If you have been noticing that your smile has lost some of its sparkle, or that your teeth have yellowed, you are not alone.
We live in demanding, stressful times, and the day-to-day pressures we feel can be internalized in ways that can trigger many responses by our bodies.
Think of it as the key to keeping everything flowing in your mouth and digestive system.
At the office of Woodruff Family Dentistry/Crowns Now our friendly, highly skilled staff is committed to providing a comprehensive array of preventative and treatment services delivered with our…
There’s cavity-fighting fluoride in our water, our toothpaste and our mouthwash, so why is your dentist recommending applying fluoride directly to your teeth during a periodic checkup?
Your kids are brushing and flossing their teeth every day, but is that enough to prevent tooth decay?
Nearly 30 million people nationwide have diabetes, a disease affecting the body’s ability to process sugar.
Adults have a total of 32 teeth in their mouths. Keeping them at 32 throughout the years can be a challenge for some as old age, dental disease or accidents can cause teeth to fall out.
When was the last time you tossed your current toothbrush for a new one?
When you’re faced with a dental emergency, it’s important to act fast. As experienced providers of care, we are well-equipped to provide the prompt, compassionate treatment you require.
One of the most devastating illnesses that can afflict people as they age is Alzheimer’s Disease (AD), a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that destroys memory and other important mental…
Many of us have a case of it when we wake up — morning breath. But for some, morning breath sticks around all day, every day.
Tooth decay. In the dental world, it’s public enemy #1 — a condition that affects both children and adults, and one that requires attention.
The temporomandibular joints, called the TMJ for short, are considered the most complex system of joints in the body, acting as a hinge between your upper and lower jaws.
Did you know that according to statistics, more than 90% of adults ages 20-64 have had a cavity in their lifetime?
According to recent studies, 92% of adults ages 20-64 have had cavities in their permanent teeth.
At the office of Greenville Office on Woodruff Road, we want to make your visit to our office a comfortable and rewarding experience.
Gums (gingivae) play a crucial part in good oral health. Their dense tissue seals our teeth, protects the soft tissues underneath and covers the roots.
The mouth you have today is not the one you had long ago. Your teeth’s nerves have become smaller, so that they are less sensitive when cavities and other problems develop.
Once you lose your baby teeth and your adult teeth come in, you might figure that’s that – they’re in for life. Not so!
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